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Gregory Aldrete

09/13/24

@ Lex Fridman

Cicero, a prominent orator, emphasizes that effective public speaking relies heavily on emotional appeal, often using rhetorical tricks to sway audiences, which remain relevant in modern politics.

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Gregory Aldrete: The Roman Empire - Rise and Fall of Ancient Rome | Lex Fridman Podcast #443

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Gregory Aldrete: The Roman Empire - Rise and Fall of Ancient Rome | Lex Fridman Podcast #443

09/13/24

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